Sacred Heart College (Lower Hutt) Sacred Heart College (Lower Hutt)

Level 3 Communication English (COM303)

COM303
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Ms E. McDonald.

Recommended Prior Learning

Open Entry.  A positive attitude and the desire to achieve are essential.


In Communication English you will learn practical skills to be able communicate effectively with a wide range of people in different situations. This will be done through research, discussion, individual projects, the study of literature and film, and practical tasks.

Themes will include:

  • Relational Skills
  • Visual Communication
  • Written Communication
  • Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication

You will develop confidence as you learn the communication skills that employers look for in school leavers and job seekers.  The ability to be able to communicate effectively with employers and workmates will create opportunities for employment success.  

All units of work are internally assessed and contribute credits towards NCEA Level 3. This course is designed to be taken along side CIV303, WOW303, and Tourism.

Communication English is not an approved subject for University Entrance as the assessments tasks are Unit Standards.


  


Course Overview

Term 1
Relational Skills

Term 2
Written Communication

Term 3
Visual Communication

Term 4
Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication

Learning Areas:

Level 3 optional courses, Transition to Work and Learning Support


Assessment Policy & Procedures
Career Pathways

Project Manager, Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor, Secondary School Teacher, Signmaker, Speech-Language Therapist, Waiter/Waitress, Tour Guide, Travel Agent/Adviser, Marketing Specialist, Psychologist, Journalist, Communications Professional, Information Technology Manager, Event Manager, Technical Writer, Editor, Graphic Pre-press Worker, Copywriter, Sales and Marketing Manager, Software Developer, Police Officer, Army Officer, Media Producer, Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Film and Video Editor, Game Developer, Hotel/Motel Manager, Cafe Worker, Beauty Therapist, Hairdresser/Barber


Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

1B8 Exercise Book


Disclaimer

POLICY
It is the policy of Sacred Heart College Lower Hutt to have school-wide policies that inform parents and students of the criteria for administering all Assessments for National Qualifications.